Which place is cheaper, Yellowstone National Park or Berkshires?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Berkshires or Yellowstone National Park?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Berkshires and Yellowstone National Park can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Berkshires or Yellowstone National Park?
Berkshires
The Berkshires are a popular highland destination in the western part of Massachusetts and northwest Connecticut. The region has scenic landscape, hiking, lakes, recreational opportunities and other outdoor experiences. The Berkshires also has an impressive cultural scene with music, arts, museums, and live theaters.
The Berkshires can be a bit expensive to visit if you stay at a luxury resort and take advantage of the award winning restaurants in the area. Alternatively, the experience can be equally rewarding by camping, picnicking, and spending your time hiking and enjoying the beautiful natural setting.
Yellowstone National Park
The world's first national park, Yellowstone National Park was established in 1872. The area is famous for its many geysers, hot springs, and thermal areas. It also has a wide diversity of wildlife and stunning beauty, making it one of the most impressive places you can visit in the United States. The national park takes up an area of about 3,472 square miles and is mostly located within the state of Wyoming. It also touches the states of Idaho and Montana.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Photography Tours in United States of America, The Best Camping Tours in United States of America, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in United States of America, and The Best Polar Tours & Cruises in United States of America.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBerkshires $244Yellowstone National Park $147
The average daily cost (per person) in Berkshires is $244, while the average daily cost in Yellowstone National Park is $147. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Berkshires and Yellowstone National Park in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBerkshires $141Yellowstone National Park $74
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBerkshires $282Yellowstone National Park $148
Compare Hotels in Berkshires and Yellowstone National Park
Looking for a hotel in Berkshires or Yellowstone National Park? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Berkshires Hotel Prices and Yellowstone National Park Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Berkshires $47Yellowstone National Park $37
Is it cheaper to fly into Berkshires or Yellowstone National Park?
Prices for flights to both Yellowstone National Park and Berkshires change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayBerkshires $73Yellowstone National Park $46
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Berkshires $25Yellowstone National Park $34
Tours and Activities in Berkshires
Here are a few actual costs in Berkshires for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2-Hour Guided Private Forest Bathing Experience Lenox: $40
Tours and Activities in Yellowstone National Park
Here are a few actual costs in Yellowstone National Park for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Yellowstone's Upper Geyser Basin: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $7.99
- Self-Guided Grand Teton National Park Driving Tour: $8.99
- Grand Prismatic Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour: $9.99
- Yellowstone Old Faithful Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour: $9.99
- West Thumb Geysers Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour: $9.99
- Yellowstone National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour: $17
- Early Morning Guided Kayak Tour: $125
- Lake Yellowstone Half Day Kayak Tours Past Geothermal Features : $135
- Small-Group Sunset Kayaking Tour on Lake Yellowstone : $150
- Yellowstone Lake & Hot Springs / 3 Hour Morning or Twilight Tour : $150
- 6-Mile Geyser Hiking Tour in Yellowstone with Lunch: $182
- Lamar Valley Safari Hiking Tour with Lunch: $182
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBerkshires $31Yellowstone National Park $19
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Berkshires and Yellowstone National Park, we can see that Berkshires is more expensive. And not only is Yellowstone National Park much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Yellowstone National Park would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Yellowstone National Park and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Berkshires would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Berkshires than you might in Yellowstone National Park.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Berkshires Expensive? and Is Yellowstone National Park Expensive?.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.